What are the benefits of Rooibos?
• Rooibos is reported to have 50% more antioxidants than are found in green tea. Antioxidants are the organic substances believed to scavenge “free radicals,” the toxic by-product of natural biological processes that can damage cells and lead to cancer. • Rooibos contains no artificial colours, additives, or preservatives, making it a truly natural beverage. • Rooibos contains NO caffeine. • Rooibos has been shown to aid in health problems such as: insomnia, irritability, headaches, nervous tension, and hypertension. • Rooibos contains the following minerals: copper, iron, potassium, calcium, fluoride, zinc, manganese, alpha- hydroxy (for healthy skin) and magnesium (for the nervous system). • Interesting Fact: Rooibos is sometimes used as substitute for milk with colicky babies. For more information: http://www.webmd.com/content/article/14/1671_52295.htm For more information: http://www.webmd.com/content/article/14/1671_52295.
